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Black History Month Flag Raising (Paterson)

February 2nd, 2010 · 1 Comment

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Americans have recognized black history annually since 1926, first as “Negro History Week” and later as “Black History Month.” What you might not know is that black history had barely begun to be studied-or even documented-when the tradition originated. Although blacks have been in America at least as far back as colonial times, it was not until the 20th century that they gained a respectable presence in the history books.

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  • 1 Ahmed // Feb 8, 2010 at 11:33 pm

    You all invited to Ekushay Protom Phohor on Sat February 21, 2010 at 12am at Great Falls Overlook, Paterson, New Jersey 07502. We will build the Shohid Minar and celebarate International Mother Language Day.on Friday

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